Norwood Society
@norwoodsociety.co.uk
The Norwood Society was established in 1959 and serves the people of West, South & Upper Norwood in south London. The Society aims:
To monitor planning & inform people about the heritage of the area.
To monitor planning & inform people about the heritage of the area.
The Norwood Society’s ever popular Quiz and Show & Tell evening is 11 December at 19.30 at the Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:34 AM
The Norwood Society’s ever popular Quiz and Show & Tell evening is 11 December at 19.30 at the Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF.
Henry Doulton’s ‘Lady Artists’ – a talk by Jane Jordan
Doulton’s Lambeth Art Pottery was remarkable for employing a large number of female ceramic designers and decorators.
Thursday, November 20 2025 7.20 to 9.00 at Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF.
Doulton’s Lambeth Art Pottery was remarkable for employing a large number of female ceramic designers and decorators.
Thursday, November 20 2025 7.20 to 9.00 at Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF.
October 31, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Henry Doulton’s ‘Lady Artists’ – a talk by Jane Jordan
Doulton’s Lambeth Art Pottery was remarkable for employing a large number of female ceramic designers and decorators.
Thursday, November 20 2025 7.20 to 9.00 at Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF.
Doulton’s Lambeth Art Pottery was remarkable for employing a large number of female ceramic designers and decorators.
Thursday, November 20 2025 7.20 to 9.00 at Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF.
Beulah Hill, once the location where numerous interesting and wealthy residents lived in grand houses, is the topic of this talk by Stephen Oxford
Thursday, October 16 7.30 at: The Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF
Thursday, October 16 7.30 at: The Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF
September 29, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Beulah Hill, once the location where numerous interesting and wealthy residents lived in grand houses, is the topic of this talk by Stephen Oxford
Thursday, October 16 7.30 at: The Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF
Thursday, October 16 7.30 at: The Phoenix Centre, Westow Street, London SE19 3AF
OPEN HOUSE @ All Saints 20 September, Norwood Grove 13 -21 September. Free visits. Google for more details.
August 31, 2025 at 7:41 AM
OPEN HOUSE @ All Saints 20 September, Norwood Grove 13 -21 September. Free visits. Google for more details.
Time for some exercise? Crystal Palace & its links to West Norwood Cemetery Sat 12 July 2025, 11am . The Descent of Gipsy Hill Fri 18 July 2025, 11am book on Eventbrite or norwoodsociety.co.uk/walks-and-talks/summer-walks-2025
July 3, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Time for some exercise? Crystal Palace & its links to West Norwood Cemetery Sat 12 July 2025, 11am . The Descent of Gipsy Hill Fri 18 July 2025, 11am book on Eventbrite or norwoodsociety.co.uk/walks-and-talks/summer-walks-2025
A fascinating guided walk: Crystal Palace and its links to West Norwood Cemetery. Sunday 25th May meet at 11am at West Norwood Library 1-5 Norwood High Street, London SE27 9J £6.00 Led by Selina Rice, book at: tinyurl.com/ns8b3pdd
May 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
A fascinating guided walk: Crystal Palace and its links to West Norwood Cemetery. Sunday 25th May meet at 11am at West Norwood Library 1-5 Norwood High Street, London SE27 9J £6.00 Led by Selina Rice, book at: tinyurl.com/ns8b3pdd
Summer Walks in May, June, July & Aug: 1,West Norwood Cemetery’s Links to Crystal palace, 2, Gipsy Hill heritage & development, 3,Belvedere Road architecture & residents & 4, Beulah Hill treasures lost & found. See our website for full details. tinyurl.com/ns8b3pdd
April 21, 2025 at 8:06 AM
Summer Walks in May, June, July & Aug: 1,West Norwood Cemetery’s Links to Crystal palace, 2, Gipsy Hill heritage & development, 3,Belvedere Road architecture & residents & 4, Beulah Hill treasures lost & found. See our website for full details. tinyurl.com/ns8b3pdd
Ira Aldridge of Upper Norwood – the Price of Fame
Talk by Angela Morgan
As a free black American his entrance into theatrical circles was not easy. He was the first black actor to play Othello, yet racial prejudice almost derailed his acting ambitions.
Thu 20 Mar 1930 - 21:00 Upper Norwood Lib
Talk by Angela Morgan
As a free black American his entrance into theatrical circles was not easy. He was the first black actor to play Othello, yet racial prejudice almost derailed his acting ambitions.
Thu 20 Mar 1930 - 21:00 Upper Norwood Lib
March 9, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Ira Aldridge of Upper Norwood – the Price of Fame
Talk by Angela Morgan
As a free black American his entrance into theatrical circles was not easy. He was the first black actor to play Othello, yet racial prejudice almost derailed his acting ambitions.
Thu 20 Mar 1930 - 21:00 Upper Norwood Lib
Talk by Angela Morgan
As a free black American his entrance into theatrical circles was not easy. He was the first black actor to play Othello, yet racial prejudice almost derailed his acting ambitions.
Thu 20 Mar 1930 - 21:00 Upper Norwood Lib
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The History of Central Hill - Thurs 20 February 2025 7.30
Talk: Ruth Hibberd, local historian, delves into the rich history of Central Hill - the gateway to Upper Norwood. Discover the history of its buildings and explore the lives of some of its key residents.
The History of Central Hill - Thurs 20 February 2025 7.30
Talk: Ruth Hibberd, local historian, delves into the rich history of Central Hill - the gateway to Upper Norwood. Discover the history of its buildings and explore the lives of some of its key residents.
The History of Central Hill, the Gateway to Upper Norwood by Ruth Hibberd
Join us for a journey through the fascinating history of Central Hill, the Gateway to Upper Norwood!
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February 10, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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The History of Central Hill - Thurs 20 February 2025 7.30
Talk: Ruth Hibberd, local historian, delves into the rich history of Central Hill - the gateway to Upper Norwood. Discover the history of its buildings and explore the lives of some of its key residents.
The History of Central Hill - Thurs 20 February 2025 7.30
Talk: Ruth Hibberd, local historian, delves into the rich history of Central Hill - the gateway to Upper Norwood. Discover the history of its buildings and explore the lives of some of its key residents.
Our popular Christmas Quiz for members is at 7.30 in the Upper Norwood Library. We are looking forward to seeing you there for a fun & festive evening.
December 6, 2024 at 10:12 AM
Our popular Christmas Quiz for members is at 7.30 in the Upper Norwood Library. We are looking forward to seeing you there for a fun & festive evening.
A Crop of Houses at Knights Hill Farm, West Norwood a talk by Francis Howcutt.
Francis explains how Knights Hill Farm was developed for housing and the residents involved.
Thur 21 Nov, 19.30 Upper Norwood Library, Westow Hill.
Francis explains how Knights Hill Farm was developed for housing and the residents involved.
Thur 21 Nov, 19.30 Upper Norwood Library, Westow Hill.
November 18, 2024 at 2:36 PM
A Crop of Houses at Knights Hill Farm, West Norwood a talk by Francis Howcutt.
Francis explains how Knights Hill Farm was developed for housing and the residents involved.
Thur 21 Nov, 19.30 Upper Norwood Library, Westow Hill.
Francis explains how Knights Hill Farm was developed for housing and the residents involved.
Thur 21 Nov, 19.30 Upper Norwood Library, Westow Hill.
West Norwood – Guided Walk
The Tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story
Join Lambeth Tour Guides, Selina Rice and David Turnbull, for a guided walk combining the local history of the West Norwood area with the tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story. Friday 13 or Saturday 28 Dec, both at 11am.
The Tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story
Join Lambeth Tour Guides, Selina Rice and David Turnbull, for a guided walk combining the local history of the West Norwood area with the tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story. Friday 13 or Saturday 28 Dec, both at 11am.
November 18, 2024 at 2:22 PM
West Norwood – Guided Walk
The Tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story
Join Lambeth Tour Guides, Selina Rice and David Turnbull, for a guided walk combining the local history of the West Norwood area with the tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story. Friday 13 or Saturday 28 Dec, both at 11am.
The Tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story
Join Lambeth Tour Guides, Selina Rice and David Turnbull, for a guided walk combining the local history of the West Norwood area with the tradition of the Christmas Ghost Story. Friday 13 or Saturday 28 Dec, both at 11am.
The Norwood Society is pleased to join the realm of Bluesky. Do contact us about local history or planning issues in Norwood, South London. See our website for more information: norwoodsociety.co.uk
November 17, 2024 at 6:25 PM
The Norwood Society is pleased to join the realm of Bluesky. Do contact us about local history or planning issues in Norwood, South London. See our website for more information: norwoodsociety.co.uk